Re: Bernheim Wheat Whiskey

Re: Bernheim Wheat Whiskey

I wonder why they age it in new barrels? I know the ttb states it has to be, but we have some that is what I would say is close to their mashbill that is 2 years old in used barrels and I tapped one last week and it is great. The used wood really lets the softness of the wheat shine through. We use white wheat so it is a creamy taste. Be a shame to cover it up with new oak.

Re: Bernheim Wheat Whiskey

Originally Posted by tmckenzie

I wonder why they age it in new barrels? I know the ttb states it has to be, but we have some that is what I would say is close to their mashbill that is 2 years old in used barrels and I tapped one last week and it is great. The used wood really lets the softness of the wheat shine through. We use white wheat so it is a creamy taste. Be a shame to cover it up with new oak.